In a letter sent to its members, the GPDA (Grand Prix Drivers Association) promises to maintain the pressure so that all light be shed on Fernando Alonso's accident.
On February 22, during pre-season testing at the Circuit de Catalunya, the McLaren-Honda of the double world champion changed trajectory and crashed into a wall. Suffering from a concussion, Alonso spent three nights in hospital. McLaren afterwards confirmed that its driver would not participate in the Australian Grand Prix (March 13-15), the opening round of the 2015 championship, following doctors' advice. Rumours are circulating to the effect that Alonso might have been unconscious shortly before he left the track, which would explain why the accident occurred. McLaren insists that driver error and a strong gust of wind are to blame. However, the team's communications have not always been coherent; that is why rumours persist on the circumstances of the accident but also on a possible health issue in the cockpit. Looking for clear answers Due to these doubts, and pending clear answers, the other drivers making up the field are not pleased with the situation. “Currently it is understood that all the safety precautions of the car worked as intended by the rules”, states the GPDA's letter, a copy of which was obtained by The Telegraph. “So all the rumours of an electric shock are false.” “However, to understand the accident, the causes and the consequences to the drivers' safety, we need to wait for the medical reports to understand the full picture.” “The GPDA will keep the dialogue with the FIA (Federation internationale de l'automobile) and McLaren ongoing”, the letter adds. “For the time being, we wish Fernando a speedy recovery.” If doctors give their consent, Alonso will be back on track during the Malaysian GP (March 27-29), over a month after his concussion. The FIA is investigating the accident.
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